During the run of A Different World, she released her self-titled debut album in 1990, which spawned three Billboard Top 100 hits: "Try Me", "Another Like My Lover", and "Just Want To Hold You."
In the spring of 2006, Jasmine spoke to the graduating class at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and revealed that she will record a second album. She commented that of all the entertainment industries, the music industry was the worst. She will sell her new album online herself and not through a major label, similar to the marketing strategy used by Prince.
Just Want To Hold You
Jasmine Guy Lyrics
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But I don't want to go too fast
Too soon to let our true feelings show
And if we make love now then you'll never know that
I just want to hold you
And I never told you that
I want this love to last
I love you more than making love
So tell me what you're thinking of
Am I more than just a fantasy?
'Cause I'm hurting, boy, can't you see?
I want you, I need you
I'll be yours for the rest of my life
I just want to hold you
And I never told you that
I want this love to last
So let's not move too fast
Slow it down, you're moving too fast for me
I want you, baby, I need you for the rest of my life
I want this love to last
So let's not move too fast
Take your time
Won't you take your time
In Jasmine Guy's song, Just Want To Hold You, she expresses her conflicting emotions about taking things too fast with someone she loves. As she tells her lover that he's the very best she ever had, she also states that it's too soon to fully express their feelings and make love. She fears that if they do, it might ruin any chance of their love lasting. She loves him more than just the physical act of making love, a clear indication of the depth of her feelings. She's aware that she's just not a passing fantasy but an essential part of his life, and she's hurt that he may not see that.
Throughout the song, she urges her lover to take things slow, to take his time. She doesn't want to miss out on what they could have together by rushing into things. She just wants to hold him and show him how much she loves him so that their love will last.
Jasmine's voice, coupled with the poignant lyrics, creates a deep sense of longing, love and desire. The song strikes at the core of the human experience of needing and wanting to be held and loved. It's a vulnerable, honest and emotional ballad that touches the soul.
Line by Line Meaning
You're the very best I ever had
You are the most amazing person I've ever been with
But I don't want to go too fast
However, I am apprehensive about speeding up things
Too soon to let our true feelings show
It's not the right time yet to express our genuine emotions
And if we make love now then you'll never know that
If we engage in physical intimacy right now, you'll always have doubts if I truly care about you or not
I just want to hold you
All I want is to embrace you
And I never told you that
I never explicitly expressed my desire to hold you
I want this love to last
I want our love to be long-lasting
So let's not move too fast
Therefore, we should refrain from rushing into things
I love you more than making love
My love for you is greater than just physical affection
So tell me what you're thinking of
Hence, please share your thoughts with me
Am I more than just a fantasy?
Do you perceive me as a real person or just a figment of your imagination?
'Cause I'm hurting, boy, can't you see?
Because I am in pain, don't you notice?
I want you, I need you
I want you, I require you
I'll be yours for the rest of my life
I'll be committed to you for eternity
Slow it down, you're moving too fast for me
Go easy, you're progressing too quickly for my comfort
Take your time
Take as long as you need
Contributed by Michael L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Amma Mama
She was the it girl in the early 90s! Actress, Dancer and Singer. #TripleThreat
I love her!
Loki1kanobi
I'm. Shocked I never knew and now I have this playing on repeat lol. Whitely. Killed thisn
Ingrid
Amma Appiah Facts 😩
Otis Roseboro
She was all that & still his in my book
Vihaan Maximus
i know it is kind of randomly asking but does anyone know of a good site to stream newly released series online?
Shirley Seawood
“Jasmine Guy” is not “white”. I’ve always loved 🥰 her music 🎶. I think 💭 her father is white but she’s blaque all day long. She killed that song,, beautiful 😻 girl..
wonger714
I can listen to this song every minute and never get tired of it. It's a classic!
Chrissea Olam
I almost teared up watching this video. I'm so very glad to have lived in a decade when music was actually good!
Toreda Rivera
Yaasssssss!! I totally agree 👍. The 90s for my generation was and will always be the best hip hop and R&B
Nadia408
Those were the best times ever!! The music was real music. High school memories thinking about my high school crush 😍 😆 🤣